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S5 LTR

1999 Tvr Chimaera

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,746 mi
Last recorded36,746 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Tvr Chimaera44,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 LTR
MakeTvr
ModelChimaera
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2026 36,746 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 36,730 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 36,626 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 36,592 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 36,546 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 36,300 miles

Chassis rusty & flakey paint but no obivious holes or excessively weak areas.

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Aug 2008 35,892 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 34,101 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 30,333 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr Chimaera?

Based on 74,906 MOT tests across 4,721 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
855
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,721
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,285
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,258
Steering rack gaiter split 1,113
Headlamp aim too high 1,041
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 977
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S5 LTR is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Tvr Chimaera models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 44,479 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Tvr Chimaera fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,285 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S5 LTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr Chimaera typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 27 years old, this Tvr Chimaera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S5 LTR?

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What year was S5 LTR registered?

S5 LTR is a 1999 Tvr Chimaera, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S5 LTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 LTR shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S5 LTR have outstanding finance?

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